Do I need to see the GP? Period now 3 weeks late, but not pregnant.

[Littlefish]

I'm 42. My cycles are usually regular at between 26 and 29 days. Last month however, my period didn't come until day 38 which is unheard of (except the month I was pregnant with dd, 6 years ago).

This month though, things have got weirder! I'm now on day 49 and no sign of my period. I did a pregnancy test about 4 days ago and it was negative

Is this perimenopause/menopause? Something more sinister?

Should I go and see the GP? What would you do?

[CMOTdibbler]

I'd go to the gp, although two people I know in their early 40's are both starting the menopause, so I'd guess it is that. But best to have your hormone levels checked to confirm

[Littlefish]

Thanks CMOT. I'm just sticking my head in the sand I suppose. My cousin has ovarian cancer, so I'm scared to google and see whether missing/irregular periods is a symptom of that.

[dearprudence]

Menopause-type stuff would be my guess, but agree it's best to check, as you are young.

[Littlefish]

[CMOTdibbler]

Irregular periods is not a symptom of ovarian cancer, so put that worry to rest.

[Littlefish]

Thank you CMOT. I will.

[dearprudence]

I'm 43. You are young to me